2012 Audi A3 vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A3 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2670 mm |
